Managed Procurement Services

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Reduce the cost and complexity of your supply chain management

Eradicate supply chain management discrepancies that disrupt the flow of goods with our unique expertise in both fresh produce sourcing and cold chain logistics.

Our powerful technology-driven solution helps customers save up to 7-10% on their supply chain costs. Managed Procurement Services (MPS) provides fresh produce procurement strategies from the sourcing phase to final delivery.

Build your best-in-class supply chain with MPS from our parent company, C.H. Robinson.

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Order process management

SKU management
Order quantity consolidation
Contract/cost accuracy
Data analytics

Expertise

Dedicated account management
Logistics and industry expertise
Continuous optimization
Performance driven

Logistics solutions

Comprehensive distribution network
Procurement/warehouse/ transportation
Consolidation/repack
End-to-end logistics services

Proprietary managed procurement technology

Our perishable supply chain management solutions are backed by a web-based technology platform that electronically translates, processes, and stores item codes on a single source platform. This allows for smooth transitions from suppliers to distributors and onto stores.

Use our proprietary managed procurement technology to:

Manage the entire purchase order process from inbound orders to invoicing

Drive efficiency throughout the supply chain, down to the store level

Improve profit/loss statements at store locations

Reduce operator's need to audit invoices with more on time in full orders

Perishable supply chain expertise

MPS customers can expect dedicated teams of produce analysts and marketers to delivery customized, deep-data analysis and tailored marketing plans. Through close collaboration, our global network of experts acts as an extension of your team:

Analyze your supply chain with data captured in our perishable supply chain technology
Receive recommendations for optimization opportunities
Track and manage supplier and distributor relationships
Gain full visibility to costs and supply chain analytics

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Experience, data, and scale

In addition to transportation, warehouse services, and inventory control strategies, MPS means you work with a provider that can reliable meet all of your fresh produce and cold chain logistics needs. Our distribution network ensures supply when and where you need it most:

Optimize supply chain with multiple distribution options in various geographies
Enable the delivery of consumer demanded products
Customize item catalogs for standardized ordering processes across store locations
Move grab-n-go/meal kit assembly upstream

Bloomin’ Brands, Inc., leverages Managed Procurement Services

With foresight, initiative, and resourcefulness, Bloomin' Brands, Inc., implemented MPS through Robinson Fresh and C.H. Robinson to tackle their ongoing foodservice supply chain challenges.